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A letter

To Appa, who left Korea so I wouldn't have to

Grateful

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I work in an office where nobody knows what you sacrificed. They think I got here on merit. I let them. It is easier than the long story. Last week a coworker complained about her commute and I thought about the boat. I did not say anything. I just went and got coffee.

Feb 10, 2026